Table 2 Cancellations
Reason of cancellation | Number | Percentage | Avoidable |
|---|---|---|---|
Positive covid swab prior to admission | 1 | 0.5% | No |
Pyrexia on the day of surgery (suspected Covid infection) | 2 | 1% | No |
Worsening renal function (creatinine and eGFR) on the day of surgery | 1 | 0.5% | No |
Unavailability of inpatient beds due to covid on the day of surgery | 4 | 2% | No |
Uncontrolled hypertension on the day of surgery [27] | 1 | 0.5% | No |
Diarrhoea on the day of surgery | 1 | 0.5% | No |
High blood glucose on the day of surgery (poorly controlled diabetes) | 1 | 0.5% | No |
Anaesthetic staff shortage | 1 | 0.5% | No |
Not suitable for day case (cancelled on the day as deemed unsafe to proceed as a day case) | 1 | 0.5% | Yes |
Anxiety on the day of surgery | 1 | 0.5% | No |
Total | 14 | 7% | Â |